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Topaz is a common mineral with a hardness of 8 on the Moh's hardness scale. This means it can scratch glass and cannot be scratched with a knife blade or masonry (steel) nail.

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Is 7on MOHs hardness scale strong?

Yes, 7 on the Mohs hardness scale is considered strong. It indicates that the mineral can scratch minerals with a lower number but can be scratched by minerals with a higher number. Minerals like quartz and topaz have a hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale.


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A substance with a hardness of 8 will scratch a substance with a hardness of 7?

Yes, a substance with a hardness of 8 on the Mohs scale will scratch a substance with a hardness of 7. The Mohs scale compares the hardness of minerals, and a substance can scratch any mineral with a lower number on the scale.


What is the hardness of Quartz on the Mohs scale?

Quartz has a hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, making it relatively hard and durable.


What is the Mohs Scale of hardness for granite?

Granite is not assigned a number on the Mohs scale of hardness. The Mohs scale is a measurement of the relative hardness of minerals. Because granite is a rock composed of a variety of minerals, only the individual minerals which compose it have a Mohs hardness.


Which minerals on Mohs' hardness scale can be scratched by quartz?

Othoclase, apatite, fluorite, calcite, gypsum, and talc.


How hard is andesite on the mohs hardness scale?

"Andesite" is a rock type not a mineral (it is made of a mixture of minerals). Mohs scale relates the hardness of individual MINERALS not ROCK TYPES and thus your question can not be answered.


What is peridots hardness?

Peridot has a hardness of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, which measures the hardness of minerals based on their ability to scratch each other. This makes peridot a relatively durable gemstone suitable for everyday wear in jewelry.


What is corian hardness on Mohs scale?

Corian is not specifically rated on the Mohs scale of hardness as it is a type of solid surface material made from acrylic and natural minerals. However, it generally has a hardness similar to natural stone such as granite or marble, which typically fall in the 6-7 range on the Mohs scale.


How many silicate minerals are present in Mohrs hardness scale?

There are numerous silicate minerals present in Mohs hardness scale. Some examples include quartz (hardness of 7), feldspar (hardness of 6), and amphibole (hardness varies based on composition). Each of these minerals falls at different points on the scale, indicating their relative hardness compared to other minerals.